NFL’s 49ers Hit by Ransomware Attack
The 49ers said they have notified law enforcement officials and have hired a cybersecurity team to assist with its investigation.
GOP Faces Hurdles in Blocking a Biden Iran Deal
Republicans are deeply skeptical of the Biden administration’s negotiations with Tehran, which has amped up its nuclear program, expanded its missile arsenals and supported terrorist proxies and their attacks in the Middle East.
U.S. F-22 Fighter Jets Arrive at UAE Base in Wake of Houthi Attacks
The attacks follow the U.N.'s thus far unsuccessful efforts to end the war in Yemen, which began in 2015 and placed the Houthis against a military coalition led by Saudi Arabia that includes the UAE.
U.S. Ups Estimate of Russian Forces on Ukraine Border to 130,000
Intelligence obtained by the U.S. says that Russia is eyeing Wednesday as the target date for an invasion, according to the AP.
Macron Refused Russian COVID-19 Test Before Putin Meeting, Didn’t Want to Give Moscow His DNA: Report
In contrast to Macron's meeting with Putin, Kazakhstani President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev visited Russia on Thursday where he sat close to Putin and shook his hand.
House Republicans Launch Probe into GoFundMe Over ‘Freedom Convoy’ Fundraiser
They wrote it was also signaling to others who speak out against mandates that their "voices will be silenced."
Ottawa Police Warn Protesters Blocking Streets Could Be ‘Arrested Without Warrant’
The police warning comes after the city declared a state of emergency on Sunday in response to the second week of protests.
Third US-Canada Border Crossing Blocked by ‘Freedom Convoy’ Protests
The protests have fueled demonstrations in other countries against COVID-19 mandates, with authorities warning the U.S. could see similar disruptions soon.
Biden Says States Easing Mask Mandates ‘Probably Premature’
Still, the developments have put the White House in an awkward position. The CDC continues to recommend mask use in areas of high and substantial transmission, which applies to most of the country.
US Fighter Jets Land in Poland
The U.S. is deploying 2,000 troops to Poland and Germany, of which 1,700 from the 82nd Airborne Division based in North Carolina are being deployed to Poland.